Turn Your Passion for Couture Fashion into a
Recession-proof Bridal Business

Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, Winnie Couture designs, manufactures and distributes its own full line of bridal attires. Having debuted in the United States in 2001, Winnie Couture is one of the fastest growing, most-in-demand bridal collections across the country and overseas in places like Europe and Asia. In less than five years, the brand has become available in over 250 stores. With overwhelmingly positive response to the opening of our Winnie Couture Flagship Salons in Beverly Hills, CA and Houston, TX. Winnie Couture Signature Bridal Salon is now available for franchise.

If you're a people person with a passion for couture fashion, a college degree and at least two years of professional experience, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.

As a Winnie Couture Signature Salon franchisee you'll own a personally and professionally rewarding business that helps women select one of the most important aspects of their wedding - the dress!

Regardless of the economy, people continue to get married. With 2.2 million couples getting married in the U.S. every year, weddings are one of the most important and memorable events that people plan. According to the Wedding Report, Inc. approximately $62 billion is spent on weddings every year and over $2 billion is spent annually on wedding gowns alone. As a Winnie Couture Signature Salon franchisee your business will attract a vast audience. Our completely customized wedding gowns and bridal party dresses come in a wide range of sizes, designs and price points, so women can always find a dress that suits their size, style and budget. Join the only high-end designer bridal attire franchise and capitalize on this thriving industry.

As a Winnie Couture Signature Bridal Salon franchisee you'll take advantage of our exclusive selection of fashion-forward dresses that brides' desire and proven turnkey retail business system.

You'll also benefit from:

• Competitive pricing on initial stock - which boosts your profit margins.
• Flexibility to customize dress designs - which helps you make the sale.
• Joining a company with a strong online presence - Our website receives over 148,000 hits per day and over 10 million page views per year.
• Low staffing needs - As the owner-operator, you will only need to hire one to two full-time employees and one to two part-time employees.
• Manageable inventory levels - Because our dresses are made to order, you don't have to carry numerous sizes of the same dress design.
• Store footprints that range from 1,200 to 2,800 square feet - A manageable amount of space that keeps your real estate expenses down.
• Owning a business that attracts national publicity - Magazines like InStyle Weddings, Modern Bride, Brides, The Knot and many others frequently feature our dresses in their editorial spreads.

As a Winnie Couture franchisee you'll receive:

• Comprehensive training - including initial training at our flagship salon.
• Detailed operations manual - that covers every aspect of the business.
• Ongoing support - in all areas of the business.
• Protected territory - your store will be the only Winnie Couture Signature Salon within a predetermined geographic area.
• Site selection assistance - to ensure your store is located in a high-traffic area.
• Custom décor package - which includes your store's furniture, flooring, chandeliers, custom display fixtures, mirrors, light fixtures and signage.
• Professionally designed marketing and advertising materials - including your business cards, bride appointment cards, flyers, postcards, posters, mini catalogs, and additional promotional marketing materials.
• Customized web page for your store on our website. Our website drives business to your store through our prospect bride referral program (brides in your area that submit their contact information will be referred to your store) and email blasts to promote store events.

Join us and own a successful business that helps brides bring their
wedding gown visions to life.